Quilting

Quilting is the textile craft of joining multiple layers of fabric, typically a decorative top, an insulating batting, and a backing, through stitching that creates both structural bonds and ornamental surface patterns. The tradition spans centuries and cultures, from ancient Asian padded garments to the beloved patchwork quilts of American folk art that documented community histories and artistic expression through fabric. In interior design, quilted textiles serve the dual purpose of providing warmth and adding visual depth through their characteristic raised and recessed stitching patterns. The dimensional quality of quilting creates play of light and shadow across a surface, adding subtle richness to bedding, upholstery, and decorative accessories. Whether expressing the folk-art heritage of traditional patchwork or the refined simplicity of wholecloth quilting, quilted textiles bring handcrafted character and cozy comfort to any space.